St Thomas Aquinas College seeks to provide its students with a complete education that takes in the whole of human development: spiritual, moral, intellectual and physical, in accordance with the example and teachings of Jesus Christ.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse or exploitation. Our Lord Jesus Christ abhorred anything that would endanger the purity of children and entrusted adults with the duty of protecting them from anything that would harm their innocence (Matt 18:6). Therefore, every person involved in the College has a responsibility to understand the important and specific role he/she plays individually and collectively to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all children and young people is at the forefront of all they do and every decision they make.

Child Safe Committee

As modelled by Our Lord, we seek to fulfil our mission of enabling all students to come into the fullness of their own humanity. This includes respecting the dignity and sacredness of each person. Our actions reflect our belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:27).

St Thomas Aquinas College is committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at St Thomas Aquinas College is responsible for the care and protection of children and reporting information about child abuse. We have published a Statement of Commitment to Child Safety, which acts as a guiding document in terms of all stakeholder’s interactions with children. Our Mission and Aims and Core Values will also reflect our commitment to child safety.

St Thomas Aquinas College has appointed the following staff as the College’s Child Protection Officers. Each Child Protection Officer is available to answer any questions that staff, parents or students may have with respect to our Child Safety and Protection Program (CSPP).

Kieran O’Dwyer: Principal – principal@stac.vic.edu.au

David Williams: Deputy Principal – david.williams@stac.vic.edu.au

Jacinta Hirst: Primary Teacher – jacinta.hirst@stac.vic.edu.au

Alison Morris: Mathematics Learning Area Leader – alison.morris@stac.vic.edu.au

Leanne McKenzie: Science Learning Area Leader – leanne.armstrong@stac.vic.edu.au

Isabella Williams: Individual Needs Support Staff – isabella.williams@stac.vic.edu.au

Marita Pravidur: Administration Staff – marita.pravidur@stac.vic.edu.au